Viktor Lustig

Viktor Lustig was a notorious con artist known for his elaborate scams during the early 20th century, including famously selling the Eiffel Tower twice. Born in 1890 in what is now the Czech Republic, he became infamous for his charm and cunning, managing to deceive wealthy individuals and even government officials. His life of crime eventually led to his arrest and imprisonment in the United States, but he continued to be a figure of intrigue due to the audacity of his scams and his ability to evade capture for years.